Sights · Our pick in Florida
Fort Matanzas National Monument
A Spanish watchtower by boat
About Fort Matanzas National Monument
Fort Matanzas, run by the National Park Service, is on A1A south of St. Augustine. A small passenger ferry crosses to the fort itself.
Why it's on our list
- Ferry to the fort
- On A1A
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Fort Matanzas National Monument before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Fort Matanzas National Monument are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Castillo de San Marcos3.2 miCycle 21 minCar or taxi 10 min